Franklin Roosevelt Addresses The Selective Training and Service Act, Pt 2

The transcript discusses a significant decision made by Congress to establish a selective method for augmenting the armed forces. This decision was made without partisanship and reflects the democratic will of the people. The method is described as fair and certain, emphasizing its alignment with democratic principles.

What is highlighted about the nature of the debate in Congress regarding the decision?

• It was secretive.

• It was highly partisan.

• It was rushed.

• It was conducted without partisanship.

What action did Congress take concerning the armed forces?

• They privatized the armed forces.

• They reduced the size of the armed forces.

• They abolished the armed forces.

• They enacted a law to selectively increase the armed forces.

What is the nature of the method established by the new law?

• It is arbitrary.

• It is fair and certain.

• It is temporary.

• It is experimental.

How is the method described in terms of its alignment with democratic principles?

• It is democratic.

• It is partially democratic.

• It is undemocratic.

• It is anti-democratic.

Whose will does the method reflect according to the final section?

• The will of the government.

• The will of the opposition.

• The will of the people.

• The will of the military.